1. A roots regg… Read Full Bio ↴There are at least two artists that have used this name:
1. A roots reggae band from Jamaica
2. A straight edge metalcore band from Florida, US
1. Culture was a Jamaican roots reggae group founded in 1976. Originally they were known as the African Disciples.
The members of the trio were Joseph Hill (lead vocals), Albert Walker (backing vocals) and Kenneth Dayes (backing vocals).
Shortly after Culture came together, they began working with the "Mighty Two" – producer Joe Gibbs and engineer Errol Thompson. While at Gibbs’ studio, they recorded a series of powerful singles, many of which ended up on their debut album ‘Two Sevens Clash’. After their success with Gibbs, the group went on to make a string of albums for producer Sonia Pottinger. Culture began working with some of the premier musicians of the day including Robbie Shakespeare, Sly Dunbar, Ansel Collins, Cedric Brooks and the ever-present percussionist Sticky. Virgin Records picked up the albums, and that added distribution enabled Culture to gain an even larger following outside of Jamaica.
Critically considered one of the most authentic traditional reggae acts, at the time of the first Rolling Stone Record Guide publication, they were the only band of any genre whose every recording received a five-star review (of bands with more than one recording in the guide).
In 1982 the three singers went their own ways. Hill carried on using the Culture name, and recorded the Lion Rock album, which was released in the United States by Heartbeat Records. For their part, Walker and Dayes recorded a handful of songs on their own – a few of which turned up on an album titled Roots & Culture. In 1986 the original line-up reformed to record two highly regarded albums – Culture in Culture and Culture at Work. These releases marked the beginning of a very busy period for the group, including annual albums and countless tours. The U.S. label Shanachie released a steady stream of new and old Culture albums up to Wings Of A Dove in 1992.
Joseph Hill, who came to symbolize the face of Culture, died in Germany on 19 August 2006 while the group was on tour. His son, Kenyatta Hill, now is the lead singer.
2) Classic mid/late 90s hardcore from Florida, celebrated for, among a handful of others, helping to cultivate the burgeoning metallic hardcore sound that became synonymous with the era.
CULTURE was known for aggressive social/political/ecological commentary, cautionary tales of reckless consumerism and industrial sprawl, and advocacy of the straightedge lifestyle.
Former members went on to Morning Again, Terror, As Friends Rust, Shai Hulud, Throwdown, Blood Has Been Shed and (most recently) ON BODIES.
In 2012, CULTURE played its first show since disbanding in 1998 (The Reel & Restless Fest in Miami, Florida). This fall, in August of 2013, the band will revisit Europe for Belgium's famed Ieper Hardcore Festival, and will then play three dates in Japan, including Tokyo's Bloodaxe Fest.
Members included:
Rich Thurston (Guitar: 1993-1997, Bass: 1993, Vocals: 1993, Drums: 1996)
Josh Williams (Drums: 1993-1997)
Stan Obal (Bass: 1993)
Mark Mitchell (Vocals: 1993, Vocals: 1996)
Pete Carreno (Bass: 1994)
John Wylie (Guitar: 1994-1995)
Damien Moyal (Vocals: 1994-1995, Vocals: 1997-1998)
Gordon Tarpley (Bass: 1995-1997, Guitar: 1998)
Louie Long (Vocals: 1995)
Anthony Conte (Vocals: 1995)
Steve Looker (Guitar: 1996-1997)
Jason Dooley (Drums: 1997)
Timothy Kirkpatrick (Drums: 1997-1998)
Joe Simmons (Guitar:1997-1998)
Floyd Beckham (Bass: 1998)
Kenneth Brian (Guitar: 1998)
Psalm of Bob Marley
Culture Lyrics
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A psalm of Bob Marley, hey
Here I chant for you
And for everyone to sing
I sing it up
Here I chant for you
A psalm of Bob Marley, hmmm
And for everyone to sing
He used to sing
Get up, stand up
No, woman no cry
In a this ya concrete jungle
Wipe the teardrops from your eyes
Breezes blowing
The weather is sweet
But the earth in guiltiness live inside me
And so much trouble in the world
And...
Here I chant for you
A psalm of Bob Marley, hey
Here I chant for you
And for everyone to sing
I sing it up
Here I chant for you
A psalm of Bob Marley
Here I chant for you
And for everyone to sing
I...
He was the one who chant about
Natty dread
A so Jah say don't you rock my boat
A feeling like talkin' blues
And...
Here I chant for you
A psalm of Bob Marley, hmmm
Here I chant for you
And for everyone to sing
Come make me sing it up
Here I chant for you
A psalm of Bob Marley, hey
Here I chant for you
And for everyone to sing
Them belly full, but them hungry
Walk down seventh street
Buffalo soldier
Come make we chant down babylon
And...
Here I chant for you
A psalm of Bob Marley, hey
Here I chant for you
And for everyone to sing
Come make we chant it up
Here I chant for you
A psalm of Bob Marley, I
Here I chant for you
And for everyone to sing
Natty dread
There's a natural mystic blowing
A so Jah say
And the mystic movement now
And...
Here I chant for you
A psalm of Bob Marley, hey
Here I chant for you
And for everyone to sing
Binghi man
Here I chant for you
A psalm of Bob Marley, I sing it up
Here I chant for you
And for everyone to sing
Ziggy Marley...
Here I chant for you
A psalm of Bob Marley, I
Here I chant for you
And for everyone to sing
Sister Rita...
The song "Psalm of Bob Marley" by Culture is a tribute to the legendary musician and activist Bob Marley. The first stanza opens with the singer chanting a psalm dedicated to Marley and inviting everyone to join in. The following lines mention some of Marley's most famous songs, such as "Get Up, Stand Up", "No Woman No Cry", and "Concrete Jungle", indicating his influence on the world of music and his message of social justice.
The second stanza continues the tribute by mentioning some of Marley's signature phrases and ideas, such as "Natty Dread", "Don't rock my boat", and "chanting down Babylon". The song becomes more introspective with the line "But the earth in guiltiness live inside me", acknowledging the ongoing problems in the world that Marley sought to address through his music. The final stanzas mention the "natural mystic" that Marley believed in and the various people – including Ziggy Marley and Sister Rita – who continue to carry on his legacy.
Overall, the song is a heartfelt homage to Bob Marley and his music, which transcends borders and generations and continues to inspire people all over the world.
Line by Line Meaning
Here I chant for you
I am singing this song for you as a way to pay tribute.
A psalm of Bob Marley, hey
This is a song that was inspired by Bob Marley.
And for everyone to sing
I want everyone to be able to participate in this song.
I sing it up
I am singing this song with energy and enthusiasm.
Get up, stand up
Bob Marley encouraged people to take a stand and fight for their rights.
No, woman no cry
Bob Marley sang a song to reassure women that everything would be alright.
In a this ya concrete jungle
Living in the city is difficult.
Wipe the teardrops from your eyes
Don't be sad, everything will be alright.
Breezes blowing
The wind is blowing gently.
The weather is sweet
It's a beautiful day.
But the earth in guiltiness live inside me
I feel the weight of the world's problems on my shoulders.
And so much trouble in the world
There are many problems in the world.
He was the one who chant about
Bob Marley sang about many important issues.
Natty dread
Bob Marley had long dreadlocks.
A so Jah say don't you rock my boat
God says not to disturb the peace.
A feeling like talkin' blues
Bob Marley had a poetic style that mixed singing and talking.
Them belly full, but them hungry
Some people have plenty to eat, but are still hungry for justice and equality.
Walk down seventh street
This is a reference to walking down a street in a poor neighborhood.
Buffalo soldier
Bob Marley sang about the history of African American soldiers who fought for their country.
Come make we chant down babylon
Let's overthrow the oppressive system that keeps us down.
Natty dread
Bob Marley had long dreadlocks.
There's a natural mystic blowing
There is a sense of spiritual energy in the air.
And the mystic movement now
There is a growing movement of people seeking spiritual truth.
Binghi man
This is a reference to a Rastafarian religious gathering.
Ziggy Marley...
This is a reference to a fellow musician, Ziggy Marley.
Sister Rita...
This is a reference to another fellow musician, Sister Rita Marley.
Contributed by Nora V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@morrismwenda3369
Legend recognizing another legend
@nemaraorhahikpo8214
Ah!,great song 🎵
@milkamukiri2586
here i chant for a psalm of bob marley
@HondaandHallsPartsBlanty-nr1or
i respect joseph hill a regend musician
@ras.gerzel
Na na na oh oh joseph hill there he go
@georgemassebu2083
Nice song, R. I. P Robert
@user-qf1tz5bo7u
❤
@Stephengathu-ip5lp
Nice song 👍 rest in peace Jose
@elkanakorir3635
🎌🎌🎌🌹Beautiful sound,lovely lyrics pick up and like 2023 happy new year reggae lovers🌸🌸🌸💐🌸
@michael41804
Jah Bless Bob Marley and His Belongings.One Love.